While braking at 15 MPH, the brakes intermittently failed. The pedal went to the floor, which caused extended stopping distance and subsequently the consumer rear ended another vehicle.*ak the consumer stated the brakes were defective due to a design flaw, the spent $1500.00 in repairs with no success. *cb the consumer stated there was a design flaw with the brake calipers.
1990 Chevrolet Lumina: brake failure
39 of the 426 complaints about the 1990 Chevrolet Lumina describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 39
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 2 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Brake failure by model year
What owners say
Frontal and rear rotors and pads are experiencing excessive wear which is causing rotors to freeze up, resulting in complete brake failure. Pads and rotors have been replaced on a number of occasions. Also, struts are leaking, causing rear of the vehicle to bounce up and down. Rear end has dropped slightly. Consumer has contacted dealer.
Front cradle retainer failed due to corrosion, causing loss of steering and loss of brakes which resulted in an accident.
When the brakes are applied intermittently the brake pedal goes to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. The dealer has inspected the brakes and could not duplicate. Consumer has had front and rear brakes replaced prior to this incident.
Rear ABS brakes failed, resulting in a collision/injuries. Also replaced frozen rear brake calipers.
When applying the brakes in any type of weather or speed, the pedal goes to the floor and the brakes fail to stop the vehicle.
Brake caliper froze, causing brake failure, resulting in a minor accident.
Brakes failed 3 times.
Antilock brakes failed.
When applying the brakes, the brakes failed. *ak consumer has had brakes examined twice, however every time dealer says brake system is fine. Coolant fitting and engine belt was replaced. Fuel filter was replaced.
Brakes failed four times. Dealership found nothing wrng with the brakes, but possibly vehicle needed a new master cylinder. Brakes failed again. Vehicle towed to consumer's home. Mechanic who checked vehicle indicated that emergency brake overheated, as well as corrosive brake materials, were the cause for brake failure.
Purchased car used , when applying the brakes and the rear ABS anti-lock brakes failed, dealer said it was a malfunction, replaced the rear brake . Please describe .
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1990 Chevrolet Lumina brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 1990 Chevrolet Lumina?
39 of 426 owner complaints about the 1990 Chevrolet Lumina (9%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 1990.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1990 Chevrolet Lumina?
There are 0 recalls and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1990 Chevrolet Lumina
Power steering loss 18ABS 15Seat belt 12Grinding brakes 9Premature wear 7Fire or smoke 6Stalling 6Engine failure 5
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